Only a small fraction of data center opponents actually live near one, according to new polling by a consulting firm that counsels leading AI labs and tech startups.
Why it matters: The findings by Milltown Partners, shared first with Axios, highlight how data centers have become a stand-in for broader anger at an AI future many Americans don't want but fear they'll have to pay for.
A top Nvidia executive says water concerns surrounding data centers could be largely addressed by the company's next generation of AI infrastructure.
Why it matters: It's a bold claim with high stakes by the world's dominant chip maker. Data centers are facing growing scrutiny for their use of energy and water, and Nvidia's chips are helping drive the AI boom behind much of that demand.
